Farmers already hurt by Trump's trade war prepare for more pain — from the government shutdown

Some farmers were expecting insurance checks by the end of the month to cover the hit from the trade war, but now that will be delayed thanks to the shutdown, says Tim McGreevy, CEO of USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council.

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